It's hard not to think of this as a coach's loss
We didn't really get any looks for a third scoring option. The box score will tell us we lost at the free throw line, but, of course, fatigue is an issue at the line. Horrible situation with 7.5 minutes when we had a 7 point lead and looked in disarray on offense. Turned it over leading to a three when we needed a time out to get a good look and maybe go up 9. Duke beat Duke, even though they showed toughness and McRoberts showed up. I didn't think that was possible against a team of VCU's level.
Gross- Lets talk about that zone
They scored ONE 3 against the zone. We stopped them once, and they hit one 3. The other 3s came in transition on pull up jumpers. NOT against the zone. That's not exactly "crushing the zone" as you say. Not saying it would have worked, I am saying those 3s you are talking about were NOT against the zone. Only 1 was.
Susan- with regards to your last line
I agree, but don't bet on it!